Gray was found outside the car by first responders. It's unclear if she had jumped from the moving vehicle.

Her brother was also a passenger in the vehicle at the time of the crash, according to police.

Alcohol was not involved, police say, but the investigation will look into whether speed, distracted driving and mechanical issues played a role in the crash.

Police say the crash caused power outages in the area.

Gray was also a sophomore at Quinnipiac University in Connecticut majoring in psychology and was a member of the Ice Cats, which is the hockey team's cheerleaders on skates.

"There are no words to adequately express our sympathy to Jacqueline's family and friends," the university said in a statement, adding that it was making counseling services available to the community.